Child Marriage and Early Pregnancy Continue to Disrupt Girls’ Education, UNESCO Warns
Progress in girls’ education is being threatened by two persistent challenges: marriage before adulthood and pregnancy during adolescence. Although gender...
Maternal Health
Protecting Girls’ Futures: Why Adolescent Pregnancy Demands Global Attention
Every girl should have the opportunity to grow up safely, continue her education and make informed decisions about her future....
Extreme Heat Raises New Climate Threat for Pregnant Women and Newborns
Nadi, Fiji: Extreme heat is emerging as a serious climate-related threat to pregnant women, unborn babies and newborns, with health...
World Sepsis Day Draws Attention to a Critical Global Health Emergency
World Sepsis Day is drawing renewed attention to one of the most serious complications that can develop from an infection,...
Why Regular Prenatal Tests Matter for a Healthy Pregnancy
Pregnancy can progress normally while certain health concerns remain difficult to notice without medical testing. Regular prenatal care gives healthcare...
Nigeria Faces Uncertainty Over $1.4 Billion U.S. Health and Humanitarian Aid Package
Nigeria is facing renewed uncertainty over international health assistance after reports emerged that the country could potentially miss out on...
Indigenous Health Inequality Remains a Global Concern as World Indigenous Peoples Day 2026 Is Observed
The health challenges faced by Indigenous Peoples are receiving renewed international attention on August 9, 2026, as countries and international...
World Breastfeeding Week 2026 Concludes with Renewed Global Call to Strengthen Support for Mothers and Babies
As World Breastfeeding Week 2026 concludes on 7 August, governments, healthcare professionals, international organizations, and community groups are reaffirming the...
Fear Beyond the Virus: How Ebola Outbreaks Disrupt Essential Healthcare for Mothers and Children
An Ebola outbreak is often measured by the number of infections and deaths it causes, but its hidden impact extends...
World Breastfeeding Week: Building a Healthier Future Through Support for Every Mother
Every year, World Breastfeeding Week, observed from August 1 to August 7, shines a global spotlight on the importance of...
